CONSTRUCTIVE Synonyms: 9 Similar and Opposite Words

constructive

adjective

kən-ˈstrək-tiv

Definition of constructive

as in creative

having a role in deciding something's final form his experiences as an exchange student played a constructive part in the course that his life would take

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Recent Examples of constructive That’s not constructive, but our tariffs are necessary to protect our workers, protect our companies and our communities. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026 Besides raising concerns, experts also pointed to the constructive role of hedge fund in the Treasury market. — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026 The parliament, or Bundestag, can oust Merz only through what is known as a constructive vote of no confidence. — Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 Renatto sees positive mentors as especially important for students who may have absent fathers or other adults in their lives who are not constructive role models. — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for constructive

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The creative team is currently developing the treatment and preparing to engage potential partners about the longer version.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
The Fairchilds said Jeffrey, who would be 57 in December, was intelligent, well-read and had a great sense of humor, with a passion for creative writing.

— Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

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That shift gives educators a productive frame for parent conferences and classroom conversations about digital wellness.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
Before playing for Mario Cristobal, the wide receiver attended Tulane for three years, with his productive 2024 season garnering enough attention that landed him a spot at Miami.

— Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026

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